Cyber Security Officer

Dorset & Wiltshire Fire; Dorchester; Hybrid; GBP 39,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional fire and rescue service in Dorchester is seeking a Cyber Security Officer to respond to cyber incidents and lead security implementations. You will need a relevant degree or professional qualification, alongside strong knowledge of Microsoft software and cyber threats. This position offers a competitive salary of £39,152 to £41,771 and includes flexible working arrangements. Employee benefits include a local government pension scheme and family-friendly policies, making it an excellent opportunity for qualified candidates.

Benefits

Flexi-time scheme

Local Government Pension Scheme

Generous annual leave allowance

39 weeks’ full pay during maternity leave

Health & well-being services

Qualifications

• Qualification to relevant degree level or relevant professional qualification.
• Knowledge and experience of Microsoft enterprise software.
• Knowledge of cyber threats and attack vectors.

Responsibilities

• Respond to cyber and information security incidents.
• Lead the implementation of Microsoft Purview.
• Carry out internal audit checks of Information Security Management System.

Skills

Knowledge of Microsoft enterprise software

Knowledge of cyber threats and attack vectors

Experience in cyber security/ICT

Education

Relevant degree level (computer science, ICT or cyber security)

Relevant professional qualification (e.g., CISSP, CISM, CISA)

Job description

Salary: £39,152 – 41,771 per annum (rising by annual increments to £41,771). More information on salaries and progression can be found on our pay and policies page.

Hours: Full Time – 37 hours per week

Location: The service encourages flexible working and is open to flexible working options. The role will be based at Dorchester Support Offices, Poundbury OR Service Headquarters, Salisbury with the flexibility to work from home / DWFRS Stations / Support Offices and we would welcome a conversation with the successful candidate on what type of flexible working arrangement will work best for you. There will be a requirement to attend your base location approximately one‑two days a week for key activities and meetings.

Appointment Type: Permanent

Contact: For a chat about this post, please contact Tony Beazer, Cyber Security Manager on 07818 004370 / [e-mail]

Closing and Interview date: The closing date for applications is Sunday 8 February 2026 (midnight). Interviews are intended to take place on Monday 23 February 2026. If shortlisted, further details about the interview format/location will be provided before the interview date.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join Dorset & Wiltshire Fire and Rescue Service, an organisation that passionately changes and saves lives. Our corporate staff are vital in helping to make our communities safer and healthier. Without them, we couldn’t do it.

We offer a wide range of employee benefits and strive to ensure that staff are valued and rewarded. These include a flexi‑time scheme, Local Government Pension Scheme, generous annual leave allowance, and family‑friendly schemes such as 39 weeks’ full pay during maternity leave (subject to qualifying criteria) and health & well‑being services.

As a Cyber Security Officer in our Corporate Support department you will:

• Respond to cyber and information security incidents, including investigating and making recommendations to mitigate any risks.
• Lead the Service’s implementation of Microsoft Purview and monitor and improve the Service’s security posture across the M365 platform using Microsoft secure score.
• Carry out internal audit checks of our Information Security Management System.

What makes you our ideal Cyber Security Officer?

• Qualification to relevant degree level (computer science, ICT or cyber security) or hold a relevant professional qualification (e.g., CISSP, CISM, CISA), or be able to demonstrate a significant level of experience in cyber security/ICT.
• Knowledge and experience of Microsoft enterprise software – Microsoft 365, Entra ID and Exchange Online.
• Knowledge of cyber threats and attack vectors.

For full details of the role and requirements please have a look at the job description and person specification.

Other Information:

• You must have a full current driving licence and be able to fulfil the significant travel requirements of the role. Use of your own vehicle will be required; a Service vehicle may be available, but only manual transmission. Travel may include short‑notice travel to support cyber security incidents within the Service area and occasional travel across the Networked Fire Services Partnership (Hampshire and Isle of Wight, Devon and Somerset and Kent).
• If you are unable to drive due to a disability, we still welcome your application and will explore reasonable adjustments.
• A Standard Disclosure & Barring Service Check (DBS) clearance will be undertaken on the successful individual prior to offer of employment.
• Any offer of employment will be subject to full pre‑employment checks which include identity checks, right to work in the UK, medical checks, receipt of satisfactory references, verification of employment history and an explanation of any gaps in employment in the last three years.
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